Orienter Machine Operator (2nd shift)

Winland Foods; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Winland Foods is seeking an Orienter Machine Operator for the 2nd shift in San Antonio, TX. This full-time role involves verifying materials, ensuring food safety compliance, and operating machinery efficiently. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and experience in manufacturing. Join a dynamic team in a leading food manufacturing company.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write English.
• Experience in manufacturing or production preferred.
• Dependable and reliable to handle equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Verify materials and ensure compliance with food safety requirements.
• Perform container changeovers safely and efficiently.
• Communicate with operators to ensure timely material flow.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Safety Compliance

Job description

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Base pay range

$23.29/hr - $23.29/hr

This position is responsible for verifying materials using the Finished Goods process order and for loading materials into the Line 2 Depal Orientor. Additional responsibilities include the setup and changeover of the Line 2 glass depalletizer and orientor.

The role ensures compliance with all Food Safety requirements and the accuracy of all related documentation. The employee will ensure containers are delivered to the Line 2 Filler in a timely manner and promptly report any delays in material flow.

Employee Type

Full time

Location:

TX San Antonio

Job Type

Production Group

Job Posting Title

Orienter Machine Operator (2nd shift)

Job Description

Schedule : Monday - Saturday (Sundays as needed) - 2nd Shift: 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

Salary: Based on experience and other qualifications: $23.29 per hour + $1.00 Shift Differential

Essential Functions, Duties, And Responsibilities

• Follow standard work instructions developed for the Line 2 Depal Orientor.
• Follow all published SOPs.
• Follow required LOTO procedures and maintain LOTO Certification for Line 2 Depal and Orientor.
• Perform container changeovers safely and efficiently on both the glass depal and plastic bulk orientor machine.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and change belts, bottle hooks, etc.
• Verify centerline settings are loaded onto drives, verify proper changeover parts are installed onto the plastic bulk orientor
• Properly prep all pallets of containers that are loaded onto the elevator of the glass line 2 depal and in the dumper of the line 2 orientor bulk dumper. Prep all staged pallets by both machines.
• Identifying if there are any container changeovers on the Production schedule and communicating with filler operator to ensure changeovers are accurate.
• Must inspect pallets of containers prior to loading them into the Line 2 Depal and Orientor.
• Verify proper container size and material number matches the Finished Goods process order.
• Properly report and sign-off on required Line 2 Depal and orientor paperwork.
• Ensure all materials brought into the Line 2 Depal orientor are properly verified to the process order and all pallet tags are accounted for.
• Ensure all dunnage is pulled from the machine in a timely manner to avoid delays or gaps sent to the filler.
• Immediately notify supervisor and QA of any food safety issues.
• Perform Sanitation activities to include blow down of the machine removing any glass breakage/debris and wipe down of the machine.
• Ensure area is maintained through workplace organization (i.e. housekeeping utensils, tools, etc.).
• Ensure empty pallet stacks on the pallet dispenser are picked up in a timely manner by communicating with the Forklift Operator.
• Communicate with Filler operator to inform them of any potential downtime, changeovers, last layer containers, etc.
• Communicate with Forklift operator to ensure containers are at the Depal orientor or when running low on containers.
• Must keep work area clean and free of glass breakage and when glass breakage is present perform the glass breakage protocol process.
• Complete all other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Must adhere to all safety policies.
• Operates the Line 2 Depal and Line 2 Orientor in its full capacity and sanitize equipment when required.
• Performs periodic quality checks as needed.
• Consistently maintains clean and safe work area being sure to remove any foreign material that could contaminate product.
• Efficiently communicates mechanical problems with the Line 1 Depal, or conveyors to ensure continuous operation.
• Must wear all required PPE.
• Inform Management of ANY Food safety or Quality issues or of any processes, which become noncompliant with specified requirements.
• Safely and accurately perform all duties as required for this position to ensure the safety and quality of our products.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Leadership Team.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be able to work with hand tools and with HMI screens.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Must have communication skills.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Standing and walking is required 100% of the time.
• The use of both hands is required 100% of the time.
• Heavy lifting required 50% of the time.
• Consistent walking and climbing up and down stairs.
• Must be able to work in a hot and cold environment.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to perform the following: standing, climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and stooping.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.
  
  

Knowledge And Critical Skill Requirements

• Validation on position or machine will be required after initial training.
• Must be dependable and reliable to handle equipment safely and sensibly with little supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction, as well as basic math calculations.
• Must be able to work independently as well as effectively in a team environment.
• Must be able to work on and operate the Line 2 Depal and Line 2 Orientor.
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime, including Saturdays/Sundays, as determined by business needs.
• Must be able to work twelve (12) hour shifts.
• Experience in manufacturing or production preferred.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment preferred.
  
  

EEO Statement

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.

As a 'newly' established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.

By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.

To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

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